Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Website: www.mlkscholarshipfund.org

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1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to the official website of the Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Fund ("MLK Scholarship Fund," "we," "our," or "us").

By accessing or using www.mlkscholarshipfund.org, you agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

These terms apply to all website visitors, scholarship applicants, donors, sponsors, event registrants, and individuals utilizing our online services.

If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the website.

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2. Purpose of This Website

The Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Fund is a community-based organization dedicated to honoring the life, teachings, and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through education, scholarships, community engagement, and charitable initiatives.

Our website provides information regarding:

• Scholarship opportunities and application requirements.

• Annual scholarship recipients.

• Community events and educational programs.

• The Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Fund Prayer Breakfast.

• Donations, sponsorships, and fundraising opportunities.

• Volunteer and community participation.

• Organizational news, partnerships, and announcements.

All information is provided for general informational and organizational purposes.

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3. Website Use

Visitors agree to use this website responsibly and in accordance with applicable laws.

You agree not to:

• Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information.

• Attempt to interfere with website functionality or security.

• Access restricted areas without authorization.

• Reproduce or distribute website materials without appropriate permission.

• Use website content for unlawful, discriminatory, or unauthorized commercial purposes.

• Misrepresent an affiliation with the MLK Scholarship Fund.

We reserve the right to restrict access to individuals who violate these terms, subject to applicable law.

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4. Scholarship Applications

Scholarship information published on this website is intended to help eligible students understand available educational opportunities and application procedures.

Scholarship applications may be administered in partnership with the Muskingum County Community Foundation (MCCF) or other authorized scholarship providers.

Applicants are responsible for ensuring that all submitted information is accurate, complete, and received before the applicable deadline.

Meeting the published eligibility requirements does not guarantee a scholarship award.

Scholarship selections are subject to the applicable program requirements, review procedures, funding availability, and decisions of the authorized selection committee.

The MLK Scholarship Fund reserves the right to update scholarship information, application procedures, deadlines, and program requirements when necessary.

Applicants using an external scholarship application platform may also be subject to that platform's individual terms and privacy policies.

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5. Event Registration and Ticket Purchases

Our website may allow visitors to register for events, purchase individual tickets, reserve tables, or participate in fundraising activities, including the Annual MLK Scholarship Fund Prayer Breakfast.

By completing an event registration or purchase, you acknowledge that:

• All registration information must be accurate.

• Ticket and table availability may be limited.

• Purchases are subject to the prices and conditions displayed at checkout.

• Registration is considered confirmed once the applicable payment has been successfully processed and confirmation has been issued.

• Additional event-specific policies may apply and will be communicated when applicable.

We reserve the right to make reasonable changes to event programming, speakers, schedules, or locations when circumstances require.

In the event of a cancellation or significant change, registered participants will be notified using the contact information provided during registration.

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Refunds and Cancellations

Unless otherwise stated during registration, ticket purchases, table reservations, and event-related contributions are subject to the refund or cancellation terms communicated for the applicable event.

Refund requests must be submitted directly to the event organizers for review.

Any applicable refund will be processed in accordance with the terms presented at purchase, applicable consumer protection laws, and payment processor requirements.

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6. Donations and Charitable Contributions

Visitors may have opportunities to support the MLK Scholarship Fund through individual donations, corporate contributions, sponsorships, and fundraising campaigns.

Donations may be processed through the Muskingum County Community Foundation or other authorized third-party payment providers.

Donors are responsible for reviewing the contribution amount and payment details before completing a transaction.

Any applicable tax deductibility is determined by the receiving organization's legal status and current tax regulations.

Donors should retain official contribution receipts and consult a qualified tax professional regarding their individual circumstances.

The MLK Scholarship Fund does not provide individual tax or financial advice through this website.

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7. Sponsorships and Partnerships

Businesses, organizations, and individuals may support the MLK Scholarship Fund through available sponsorship opportunities.

Sponsorship packages, contribution levels, promotional benefits, and recognition opportunities are subject to the details provided at the time of commitment.

Sponsors are responsible for providing accurate organization names, logos, advertisements, and other requested promotional materials within communicated deadlines.

Submission of sponsorship materials confirms that the submitting individual or organization has permission to authorize their use for the agreed sponsorship purposes.

The MLK Scholarship Fund reserves the right to decline materials that are unlawful, misleading, discriminatory, or inconsistent with the organization's charitable mission, subject to applicable law and existing sponsorship agreements.

Sponsorship commitments do not automatically establish an employment relationship, organizational partnership, or endorsement beyond the agreed arrangement.

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8. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, the original website content, design elements, graphics, photographs, written materials, and organizational branding displayed on this website are owned by, licensed to, or used with permission by the Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Fund.

These materials are protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

Website visitors may view and share publicly available information for personal, educational, and noncommercial purposes, provided appropriate attribution is maintained.

Commercial reproduction, unauthorized modification, or redistribution of protected materials requires prior written permission from the applicable rights holder.

References to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., including photographs, quotations, and historical materials, remain subject to any applicable third-party intellectual property rights.

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9. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to external organizations, scholarship portals, donation platforms, payment processors, and community partners.

These external websites operate independently and may maintain separate terms, conditions, and privacy policies.

The MLK Scholarship Fund does not control the content, availability, security, or individual practices of external websites.

Visitors access third-party services at their discretion and should review the applicable terms before providing personal information or completing transactions.

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10. Privacy and Personal Information

We respect the privacy of individuals who engage with our organization.

Personal information collected through contact forms, event registrations, sponsorship inquiries, and other website features is handled according to our published Privacy Policy.

By submitting information through our website, you acknowledge the privacy practices described in that policy.

For additional information, please review the Privacy Policy available on our website.

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11. Accuracy of Website Information

We make reasonable efforts to ensure that information published on our website is accurate and current.

However, scholarship details, event information, donation opportunities, organizational announcements, and other website content may change periodically.

We do not guarantee that all information will remain complete, current, or free from technical or typographical errors.

Visitors are encouraged to contact the organization directly when confirmation of specific details is required.

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12. Website Availability

We strive to maintain a functional and accessible website for our community.

However, temporary interruptions may occur due to maintenance, hosting services, technical issues, or circumstances beyond our reasonable control.

We reserve the right to update, modify, suspend, or discontinue website features when necessary.

Nothing in these terms excludes responsibility that cannot legally be excluded under applicable law.

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13. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the MLK Scholarship Fund and its authorized representatives shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of, or inability to access, this website.

This includes technical interruptions, third-party service disruptions, or inaccuracies in general informational content.

Nothing in these Terms and Conditions is intended to exclude or limit liability where doing so would be prohibited by law.

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14. Indemnification

To the extent permitted by applicable law, users agree to indemnify and hold harmless the MLK Scholarship Fund and its authorized representatives against third-party claims, damages, or reasonable expenses resulting from the user's unlawful use of the website or material violation of these Terms and Conditions.

This provision does not limit any rights or remedies that cannot legally be waived.

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15. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Ohio, United States, without regard to applicable conflict-of-law principles.

Any disputes relating to these terms shall be handled in accordance with applicable laws and jurisdictional requirements.

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16. Changes to Terms and Conditions

The Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Fund reserves the right to revise these Terms and Conditions as organizational activities, website functionality, or applicable legal requirements change.

Updated terms will be published on this page with a revised effective date.

Continued use of the website following publication of updated terms constitutes acceptance of those changes to the extent permitted by applicable law.

Changes will not retroactively alter completed purchases or existing agreements unless legally permitted and appropriately communicated.

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17. Contact Information

For questions concerning these Terms and Conditions, scholarship opportunities, event registration, donations, or sponsorships, please contact:

Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Fund

Zanesville, Ohio, United States

Website: https://www.mlkscholarshipfund.org

Contact: https://www.mlkscholarshipfund.org/contact

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